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Homemade Brandy Cherries with Rum

Homemade Brandy Cherries

Cherries soaked in a combination of brandy and spiced rum are the ideal garnish for your favorite cocktails!
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Additional Time: 8 hours
Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes

ingredients

  • 1/2 cup turbinado sugar
  • 1/2 cup tart cherry juice
  • 1 stick cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp freshly ground nutmeg
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/2 cup brandy
  • 1/2 cup aged spiced rum
  • 1 lb cherries stemmed and pitted

instructions

  • Add sugar, cherry juice, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt to a medium saucepan. Bring to a low simmer over medium heat. Simmer until the sugar has completely dissolved, stirring frequently. 
  • Remove from heat and stir in brandy and rum until combined. 
  • Stir in cherries until coated. 
  • Store in clean mason jars, cooling to room temperature before placing in the refrigerator. Refrigerate overnight before serving.
Category: Booze